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The First Care Military & Civilian Wound Dressing raises haemorrhage control to the next level, consolidating numerous pieces of treatment equipment into a single, effective and easily applied unit. A 'Standard' issue to major military organisations worldwide.

Quickly stanches haemorrhaging from injuries caused by traffic accidents, workplace accidents, home injuries, GSW, stab and other assault wounds.

Available in numerous sizes and 2 colours (Military Green & Civilian White)

Features:

• Latex-free
• Elastic wrap with built-in control strips to prevent accidental unravelling whilst bandaging
• 3 meters of sterile 4-ply packing gauze
• Plastic occlusive sheet included in dressing pocket for treatment of small burns or occluding chest injuries
• Transparent pressure cup that focuses pressure on the wound site and allows for visual inspection of uncontrolled haemorrhage (and doubles as an eye protection cup)
• High quality heavy elastic bandage
• The OLAES Modular Bandage is one of the best trauma dressings on the market. Packed with features, the OLAES Trauma Bandage is truly a modular dressing. From its large trauma pad, 3 meters of packing gauze, removable non-occlusive plastic sheet, velcro brakes and a pressure cup - the OLAES has all the features you need for treating traumatic injuries.
• Available in 4 inch, 6 inch or 4 inch - Flat Packed versions.

TacMed Australia is now stocking the AeroForm Snake Bite Bandage.

This bandage was purposely designed for the Pressure Immobilisation Technique (PIT), which is used for the treatment of all Australian Snake and Funnel Webbed Spider bites, Blue Ringed Octopus and Cone Shell sting.

The AeroForm Snakebite Bandage is 10cm wide and longer (3.5M) than most crepe or elastic bandages. This bandage stretches to an incredible 10m which is sufficient length to bandage a large adult leg. The unique stitching technology ensures the correct pressure is evenly applied to the entire limb. Both of these requirements are a must for the effective treatment of snakebite.

Features:

• Premium Heavyweight Conforming Bandage
• Indicators showing when the correct level of compression is achieved. (Check Gallery to see images)

This bandage is a definite must-have item in a remote or wilderness first aid kit!

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You can also check out our blog post on how to treat Snake bites in our learning centre or click on the link here

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 The Nasopharyngeal Airway, also know as an NPA, is a disposable airway adjunct used to maintain a patient's airway.

The Nasopharyngeal Airway from Rusch is made from a soft PVC construction with beveled tip for a comfortable & gentle insertion which minimises the chances of complications. The NPA has inner striations for smooth suction catheter insertion.

The Rusch Nasopharyngeal Airway is available in a full range of sizes (inc Paediatric). Contact us for availability of other sizes.

The SAM® Splint is the gold standard in splinting and immobilisation. Used around the globe by anyone from military medics to volunteer first responders, there isn't much that can't be achieved with a SAM Splint. From a simple arm splint to an improvised cervical collar this lightweight, rugged, reusable device should be in every trauma kit.

FEATURES:

• Lightweight
• Waterproof
• Reusable
• Radiolucent 
• Cleanable Exterior
• Fastens in place with tape or wrap of choice
• Stable in extreme temperatures and altitudes
• Latex Free

The HyFin Vent Compact Chest Seal Twin Pack provides users with 2x vented chest seals in a compact packaging for the treatment of penetrating injuries to the chest. Gone are the days of trying to awkwardly fold chest seals to fit in your trauma kit.

Designed with 3-vented channels, the HyFin Vent allows air to escape the chest cavity during exhalation,while also preventing air from entering through the injury during inhalation. Each HyFin Vent Compact Chest Seal is 12cm x 12cm and made with advanced adhesive to provide a superior adhesion in the most adverse conditions, including sweaty, bloody or hairy patients.

Packaged in a rugged, easy-to-open foil pouch, the perforated packaging allows users to open only one dressing at a time as needed. It 's compact packaging is ideal for low profile or small immediate trauma kits as you do not have to fold it to get it to fit in your trauma kit, go-bag or cargo pocket.

Dimensions:
Device - 12x12cm (Excluding Tab)
Packaged - 17x10cm (Folded)

NAR Trauma Shears

Black is the perfect colour for trauma shears in the tactical environment... the improved NAR Trauma Shears from North American Rescue offer premium-grade stainless steel with contoured handles all in a unique black color.

Built for safety and efficiency, they let tactical healthcare professionals get the job done, and get it done right.

These paramedic shears have a serrated lower edge which can cut through the toughest materials. Their soft-grip, non-slip contoured handles provide maximum control, even when wet. Their clothing lift lip and rounded tip provide the ultimate in patient safety. These black shears are ideal for use in tactical settings and are made to meet the challenges of casualty care with precision and dependability.

Special Features:

Premium-grade stainless steel with precision sharpness
Enhanced serrated lower edge cuts through the toughest materials
Clothing-lift lip and rounded tip for ultimate patient safety
Soft-grip, non-slip contoured handles for maximum control even when wet
Unique all-over black color

NAR S-Rolled Gauze

Specifications:

• Gauze is a sterile, 6-ply, 11.4cm x 3.75m length cotton gauze
• Unique and convenient packaging configuration and dispenser allows controlled application as a complete unit or in a continuous linear feed for wound packing
• Unused portion remains protected from contamination during application
• Used as backing gauze for hemostatic agents, in conjunction with a compression bandage to control hemorrhage, or for minor wound bandaging
• Packaged in a low cube space, rugged and durable vacuum sealed container featuring NAR Red Tip Technology with tear notches for easy opening.

Dimensions:

• Vacuum Packaged: Packaged: L 7.62 cm x W 5.08 cm x D 2.54 cm
• Gauze: W 11.43 cm x L 3.75 m
• Weight: 34.02 g

The S-Rolled Gauze from North American Rescue is the ideal solution for a multi-purpose gauze bandage for your trauma kit. Vacuum packed in an easy to open sterile packaging to be compact and rugged the S-Rolled Gauze easily fits into med kits of all sizes. Made in the US this 6 ply 11.4cm wide by 3.75m cotton gauze bandage is conveniently packaged in a "S" pattern to enable quick deployment in critical situations.

Uses include:

• Direct wound packing for large cavity wounds (ie Gunshot/Stab Wounds & Industrial Injuries)
• Used as backing gauze for haemostatic agents, in conjunction with a compression bandage to control severe bleeding
• Minor wound bandaging

ChemLights with various durations, sizes, shapes, light intensity, in visible colors or infrared, as well as accessories. They are perfect to be included in survival, first aid, evacuation or medical kits. Because its lightweight and durable, ChemLights are recommended for marking routes, clearing areas, vehicle lane night patrol, combat operations, and survival kits. Individually foil-wrapped for light/moisture protection.?

Cyalume Technologies has been the exclusive chemical light partner of the US Armed Forces, American Soldiers, Federal Agents, state and local First Responders who have used our innovative products for training exercises and field operations for over 5 decades.

All Cyalume products are expertly engineered and crafted in the USA to strict quality standards.

TacMed Australia is currently stocking ChemLight in in Red, Yellow and Green with 12hr duration (Blue models are 8hr duration).

You can check out our?full article about uses of chemlight here or check out our video below.

Chemlights are offered in singles, pack of 5s and in an assorted pack of 6s (2 Green Lights, 2 Red Lights, 2 Yellow Lights)?

Applications:

• Perimeter Protection/Warning
• Field Flashlight
• Safety Marking During PT
• Landing Zone Markers
• Rope End Indicator
• Route Marking
• Signaling
• Mark Land Mines for Removal
• Emergency Lighting
• Marking Concertina Wire

The TacMed Snake Bite Kit has been expertly designed to equip you with essential tools to manage potentially life-threatening snake bites in Australia. Be prepared for the unexpected, and equip yourself with this purpose-built kit – because in the Australian outdoors, readiness isn't just smart, it's essential.

Features:

• Premium Snake Bite Bandage with pressure indicators (x1)
• Calico Triangular Bandage for immobilisation (x1)
• Sharpie Permanent Marker to record bite time and location (x1)
• Sterile Gauze Swab for wound management (x1)
• CPR Flow Chart for quick reference (x1)
• Vacuum sealed for ultra-compact, terrain-resilient packaging
• Suitable for the treatment of all Australian venomous snake bites

The Aeroban Cohesive Bandage is a favourite of TacMed and is ideal for securing dressings and splints.

Features:

• Adheres to itself not the skin to provide a pain-free removal
• Visually detectable
• Gives support and compression to injured limbs
• Can be torn to size- so no need for scissors
• All bandages measure 4.5m long when stretched

This item is also available in a 12 pack upon request. Call 1300 862 633.

The ARS Needle for decompression is the result of the combination of the best minds in the field and the available data on tension pneumothorax.

Made by North American Rescue the ARS Needle for Decompression is a patented design that improves the probability of success when managing casualties who present with signs and symptoms of a tension pneumothorax. With an easy to open container that protects the needle from damage during storage and a removed flash cap from the needle system to allow immediate confirmation of placement the ARS is the needle of choice for decompression of a tension pneumothorax.

Features:

Strong, reliable needle/catheter: 14 gauge x 8.25cm.
Rugged needle/catheter protective tube
Easy ID textured twist top with handy clip
Easy to open container for quick access
Capless flash chamber for immediate confirmation of needle placement
Convenient, compact size

The Guedel Airway Kit is a complete OPA kit consisting of 8 Guedel airways (one of each size) - supplied in a plastic carrying case. Ideal for medical kits and paramedic cases.

BurnTec Dressings are cutting-edge hydrogel dressings designed for superior pre-hospital treatment of burns. Suitable for first, second, and third-degree burns, these innovative dressings feature a unique stable-sheeting hydrogel structure that ensures even cooling and soothing effects for up to 24 hours. Made from biocompatible and hypoallergenic materials, these sterile, non-stick dressings effectively trap wound secretions and bacteria while remaining permeable to oxygen and water vapor.

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AeroForm Heavy Weight Conforming Bandages are of a heavy weight conforming nature which is used to support sprains and strains and to provide comfort to injured limbs and joints.